Lumix G9 iHDR: Deeper dive into iA Mode

[@Reyfox1]

Thank you for the clear and concise explanation and demonstration of iHDR. You make what can sound "complex" so simple to understand.

[@ImageMaven]

Hi Anthony, Great to hear this. Thanks for stopping by.

[@maxmindrul5177]

thanks

[@UMS9695]

In my G9, the HDR option is disabled for the iA+ mode. How do I enable it?

[@ImageMaven]

It's an automatic feature. It will become enabled if the camera feels it's necessary. You will see the icon appear when it's available.

[@WhoIsSerafin]

I’m not HDR person except for one place and that’s forests where the trees throw out a heavy shadow on a bright day.

[@ImageMaven]

Yup, that's really the only time I need it or use it as well. Cheers!

[@tsk-jsk4226]

Whenever I use this mode or auto ISO, it pumps up the iso to insanely high numbers

[@ImageMaven]

You can set up the ISO limit to your personal max, and that should help.

[@jackjstrange]

Hi Marlene: Love your videos! Curious... have Panasonic sent you a review copy of the new S5? I’d really be interested in how you would compare it to the G9. I’m biased... I think that if you are an owner of the G9, moving to the S5 would be a bit of a downgrade. I think many of us would be interested in your thoughts. Jack

[@ImageMaven]

Hi Jack, Thanks for reaching out. I think the person you could ask, is Photo Joseph. He has much better access to gear than I do. And I think I might be too biased towards M4/3 to make a proper assessment. 😀

[@ImageMaven]

Here's my friend Matti's take on the topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHfZc6yti8d4mas

[@jackjstrange]

Thank you Marlene! He’s good and I’ve seen his work before. As much as I like what I see in the S5 I cannot consider moving away from the G9. It’s such a good camera and system. :-)

[@ImageMaven]

@@jackjstrange I feel the same way. And also the cost of a new system is a factor for me. I'm very pleased with the results from my G9 and instead of going full frame, I plan to buy the new small Lumix G100 as soon as it's available, as I do prefer a fully capable smaller camera with interchangeable lenses. Cheers!

[@KsChiu-z1f]

I wouldn't know my lumix camera can do so much without watching your video.

[@rayjenkins2754]

I see on the screen where you've gone into the iA Mode Menu & there showing is the i Handheld Night Shot - ON or OFF. I agree & would rather have 'control' of the HDR or the HHNS feature & not be left to the whims of the camera to use them. Do you know if the Hand Held Night Shot can be turned on in the G 9's main Menu ? This feature takes 5 rapid shots in low lighting conditions at a higher ISO & shutter speed & then combines them into a single image. It's great when you can't or don't want to use ' flash '. The image results are quite detailed / sharp. Thanks

[@ImageMaven]

Thanks for the info Ray. That's my next menu to test out. You've given me a head start! Great to hear from you again, Cheers!

[@Alpha-uk6ks]

I will look If Panasonic lumix FZ300 has this feature

[@ImageMaven]

Let me know what you find out! Cheers.

[@Alpha-uk6ks]

No i dont have iHDR on my Lumix FZ300 only HDR but i Will take some photos with this mode and compare with regular mode aperture priority whitout HDR. You are Great teaching photo technic

[@ImageMaven]

I think HDR is better as you can control/choose whether you want to use it yourself. Have fun!

[@panalumix6701]

Thanks for this information 📚 Have a good day. All the 🌞🌞🌞

[@swishpan]

Thank you for making these videos! The Lumix series has so many features it often makes you feel lost! I can see a use for HDR in landscape photo when you don't want to develop raw afterwards. It seems to prevent clouds and bright skies from burning out. My personal favourite is rather to use the highlight/shadow curve to bring up the shadows and dampen the highlights. I like that you can set them like curves from +-5 in each direction. I especially find it useful in combination with the monochrome photo style.

[@ImageMaven]

Yes, agreed that's a great way to balance shadows and highlights. Thank you for sharing your methods. Cheers!

[@carlpasha]

Hi. Why are there no closed caption subtitles? I need them please.

[@ImageMaven]

I will add them soon, sorry. Super busy this week.

[@ImageMaven]

Okay they should be there now. Again, sorry. I try to get those up soon after publishing as I know how important they are to some people.

[@carlpasha]

@@ImageMaven Ah, there they are. Many thanks. Lifesaver!

[@dkm6914]

Hi Marlena, i just got a lumix g9 as a hobby to kill time and pretend I’m a real photographer but I’m having issues with night photography. During playback, my photos come out dark. Can you help me with settings to fix this problem? Or what I’m i doing wrong? Thanks bunches

[@ImageMaven]

Sounds successful to me! Night photos should be dark, no?

[@rayjenkins2754]

I whish the ' Hand Held Night Mode ' was able to be turned ' ON ' by me & not left up to the cameras whims. I know it is possible because HHNM is set up as an option of the shooter in my FZ 2500 bridge camera. Please Panasonic, put it in the future G9 II - along with the Hybrid AF & the 25mm sensor.

[@ImageMaven]

Here’s hoping, Ray. 🤞🤞🤞

[@procrastinator1727]

Recently got a refurbished ZS200 which has a "Post Focus" mode which takes a quick series of pictures (a bit like HDR) but focusing at various placements within the shot, and then allows the user to select different points of focus from the layered images and save. Wondering why they didn't go the extra step and allow to focus "stack" the images it takes so you can increase depth of field as desired. Would be a really great feature for macro shots in particular.

[@ImageMaven]

Yes the Lumix G9 has Post focus as well. Definitely comes in handy. Merry Christmas!

[@hschell3251]

Thank you Marlene. I upgraded myself 😊 last week from gx7 to g9 and I learned a lot watching your videos. What a perfect camera, this G9. Toppie! as we say in Dutch. Although I have to get used to the very sensitive shutter button.

[@ImageMaven]

Yes, I had to get used to that shutter button as well, but I bet you'll soon forget about it. Thank you for stopping by to chat. Tot ziens.

[@jackoneil3933]

Good demo, thanks! Do you know if it's possible to use HDR and High Resolution mode?

[@ImageMaven]

Unfortunately, I don’t think so. I the iHDR is a fully automatic function in the iA mode so I don’t think you can do both at once.

[@JesseHollandMMA]

Thank you, I’m a beginner and my LUMIX can be an intimidating piece of equipment, but your videos are very helpful.

[@ImageMaven]

Great to hear this Jesse. Welcome to the Lumix family.

[@baihu4u]

Good info as always. How about that Handheld Night Shot feature? Coming next?

[@ImageMaven]

Thanks for watching. I'll think about the HHNS. It's pretty easy to figure it out though. If you want to try it out, the owners manual covers this on page 68. Link in video description. Cheers!

[@iKIMshuffle]

I’ve been watching your videos and I just want you to know that I appreciate you. Stay healthy!

[@ImageMaven]

Thank you so much Kim. You stay healthy too!

[@steveschnetzler5471]

iHdr: Nice to know what it does and have to try it out, thanks.

[@andresgonzalezcerda7635]

Topic after topic, there no better explanation than yours. Thanks!

[@ImageMaven]

Andres, you've made my day. Thank you so much for watching!

[@prashanthm4641]

You won't believe this, after almost 3 years of original launch, the G9 was launched in India yesterday (May 30, 2020)...wanted to know if it still makes sense to buy in 2020. What interests me is compactness and cost of micro 4/3 system. I am interested in wildlife and bird photography. Please advise.

[@ImageMaven]

Well my G9 videos are still getting a good amount of views, so I’d say YES. You will need a long lens for your birding shots though. Maybe you can get lucky and pick up a kit with a couple lenses and G9 body.

[@prashanthm4641]

Marlene Hielema haha...I will be planning to get the 100-300 or 100-400 mm with the G9. I am hoping that it won’t be replaced anytime soon with an upgrade. I love the capabilities and customisable features of the G9. Hoping to get one soon. Thanks!

[@howardtowler6146]

Great video easy to understand and to the point .you are really helping me out with my new g9

[@ImageMaven]

Hi Howard, Really great to hear this. Enjoy your G9!

[@baihu4u]

Excellent video Marlene! Concise and accurate as always.

[@ImageMaven]

Thank you so much for letting me know 🤟

[@a.beckwith4576]

Hey Marlene great to see you. Thanks for the explanation, all is a lot clearer now. Will give it a go.👍

[@ImageMaven]

Definitely try out both the iHDR and the HDR. Thanks for stopping by.

[@deustechmachina6061]

Hi Marlene. Thanks for the great video. Have you compared the results of using HDR vs using the different flavors of i.Dynamic? Seems both attempt to expand the camera's dynamic range, but use different methods to achieve the results. Maybe a future video - or you've already done one and can point me to it :)

[@ImageMaven]

No, I haven't done that comparison. As I shoot mostly moving subjects, I rarely use HDR. I'm a huge fan of the iDynamic settings though. I keep my camera on Auto iDynamic all the time unless I'm wanting deep dark shadows. I guess that's a comparison you'll have to make for yourself.

[@deustechmachina6061]

@@ImageMaven I can see how HDR would be an issue shooting moving subjects :). Thanks for the reply.

[@martinhogarth3862]

Hi Marlene, just got to say about Panasonic Lumix G9 rubber eyepiece keeps moving over the sensor, therefore making the fn 3 button a problem I reported this to Panasonic as a fault but they don't want to know about it, they say its not part of the camera and doesn't come under a warrany claim, after paying £1000 + I think this needs addressing with them and your an ambassador for them please bring this to there attention...martin

[@ImageMaven]

Hey Martin, My eyepiece cover is in great shape and I am pretty rough on my G9, always dumping it in the bag with my skateboarding pads. I have tried to replicate your problem and you must be really beating up your eyepiece if that rubber has come loose and is obstructing the sensor. I can't even budge mine after more than 2.5 years of using this camera.

[@martinhogarth3862]

@@ImageMaven Hi Marlene, thank you for getting back to me much appreciated, please watch ( Andrew Goodall ) nature's images photography on youtube 17june 2020 and he shows it better than I can explain..many many thanks again...Marin..P.S. I watch your channel on the G9 and it helps me greatly..

[@ChristiaanRoest79]

Thanks Marlene for your explanation of ihdr. My camera says “this menuitem can’t be set if I choose IHDR in the IA+. Do you know why?

[@andresgonzalezcerda7635]

It does work only for jpeg. Not if you selected RAW.

[@ImageMaven]

Hi Chris, Sorry for the long delay! iHDR does not work in RAW or RAW + JPG. Also if you're shooting in burst modes, 4K, 6K, Ext Tele converter, Time lapse, or when using flash. Remember in iHDR the camera decides when to engage it. If you want to definitely shoot HDR photos then set it up in HDR as described around 2:45 in the video.

[@5675492]

@@ImageMaven Along similar lines does iAuto and iAuto+ work when in Raw + JPG ? Thanks .

[@ImageMaven]

@@5675492 Page 80 of the owner's manual states that iHDR does not work when shooting raw + jpg. So jpg only. But that is something you can test yourself by putting your camera in iA mode and seeing if you can set up RAW + JPG files.

[@5675492]

@@ImageMaven Thank you ! I have been shooting with IAuto and raw +jpg but after watching your video I'm not sure if the jpg's are being affected by the iAuto . I do get both raw and jpg files saved of course - but I guess I'll have to devise some kind of test to see what's going on ( or not going on lol ) .

[@jos_t_band3912]

As always a good video.

[@michaelellard4664]

You opened up the G9 to me.

[@TerenceKearns]

For manual HDR selection, I map this function to the front rocker switch. I've had this setting for 2 years now. Works well for me :)

[@ImageMaven]

Good tip! Thanks for sharing.

[@ChristiaanRoest79]

Aha, because I use raw I can’t select iHDR. In that case I will use bracketing and aurora/photomatrix/Lightroom or photoshop.

[@ImageMaven]

You got it! HDR and iHDR are for people who want to process their photos "in-camera".

[@hVF8KZuQPeCc8u]

Thanks, another one of your concise but clear videos. Haven’t tried HDR but have done bracket exposure. Will need to try this and see how it works. Hope you are doing well and not too much cabin fever. PS- just noticed something. I believe you have to be in JPG only mode for HDR to be available. If you are only shooting RAW the HDR option will be greyed out. RAW shooters would have to use the bracket option I believe.

[@ImageMaven]

Yes exactly. Jpg only. I like the Regular HDR function but I don’t use it a whole lot. If you shoot raw you have quite a bit of exposure tolerance and you can pull in some highlights and open up shadows. But you probably know that. 😉 Always great to hear from you Steven. We’ve been let out of our homes a couple weeks ago, so I’m back at the skatepark a couple times a week now. It’s great to be playing outside again. Hope things are going well for you and yours. Cheers.

[@segrad1]

Hey lady. Good video as usual. I was sad to receive the email from you about discontinuing your newsletter but I understand. As long as you have a social media platform I will definitely support. Enjoy your holiday and keep the videos coming. I'm still learning all of the G9 features and your videos definitely help. PEACE from ATL ✊🏾📸

[@ImageMaven]

Hello Segrad. Great to see you again. Ya, I kind of lost steam with the mailing list. I have so many commitments and projects that I just don't have time to do a great job of marketing. So I decided to concentrate more on the things I really love to do, and one of those things is making KZbin videos. Thanks for stopping by to chat. Always great to see familiar folks. Cheers!

[@zenku90210able]

Just got a g9 today. Your videos are very helpful , well made and to the point. Used to use a Canon 60d so this is a huge jump. (Totally love the g9 tho)

[@ImageMaven]

Hi Steven. Welcome to my channel. Hopefully my videos will be helpful in your transition from dSLR to M43. I made the same transition from Canon 5DMk2 about 8 years ago. Cheers!

[@lelandzelinsky82]

I finally figured out tripods are usually needed for consistent pics. Thanks for the cropping warning when using HDR mode. All the new auto type modes are amazing. Problem is I'm working hard on manual and aperture mode. Auto is starting to get in my way. It takes longer to get it right but very worth it. You shoot action, S.B. I shoot wildlife and landscape. The action and wildlife are similar. Regardless, there is similarities. Thanks for another informative video.

[@ImageMaven]

Action and wildlife definitely do have some similarities, except that I rarely use a focal length longer than 25mm. A tripod is definitely recommended for landscapes, (and for holding up those long wildlife lenses). A tripod helps you pause and compose, and allows you a slower shutter speed so you can get deep depth of field, and controls camera shake, something that most landscape shooters like to have. Thanks for stopping by. Happy hunting Leland.

[@unclejerry486]

Great stuff. I have not yet ventured into any of the iA modes at all but will definitely give that a try.

[@ImageMaven]

Great for parties or when you hand off your camera to someone else for a bit. Thanks for watching 😀

[@unclejerry486]

@@ImageMaven parties? I have not thought of that at all! usually sticking to my manual modes. Thanks for the tip!

[@ImageMaven]

Sometimes it’s nice to just let the camera do its thing. Especially in weird lighting and white balance. Take a little photo walk soon and try using the iA+ mode. Just worry about composing great shots and capturing moments. Have some fun!

[@breadyegg]

Great video. I like the new arrows and popout text bubbles 😉

[@ImageMaven]

Trying to keep the engagement up so the popping things seem to work okay for that. Thanks for watching!

[@MarkoKoskenoja]

Thanks for posting this Marlene 👍 I'll give it a try tomorrow with my G9 but I'm with you about preferring to select HDR when I want to....not when the camera wants to. Since I starting shooting in RAW and editing in the Android Lightroom app on my Pixelbook I almost never shoot jpegs.

[@ImageMaven]

This feature doesn't work with raw files. To test it out, you will need to shoot jpgs. Also it might not be something you'd use a lot, especially as you shoot raw files and can recover a lot of highlight and shadow detail from the raw file. Thanks for stopping in!

[@ImageMaven]

Oh and thanks for the tip about the Pixelbook. My iPad is out of date, so I've been looking for an alternative for traveling. I just find the colour isn't great on any of the Chromebooks I've tested out. Is the Pixelbook better for colour rendition? That's super important for me.

[@michaelellard4664]

Thanks.

[@ThinkingPhotography]

Hi Marlene, thanks for this run through - could you perhaps clarify why I have the two settings underneath my iA+ on the menu blanked out? The night time shot and HDR settings - could it be something to do with how I have set my shutter, perhaps it’s the electronic shutter that does not permit me to see/change these? Am I being really dim?

[@ImageMaven]

Hi Lindsey, Could be many things, but most likely you're shooting in RAW.

[@rayjenkins2754]

@@ImageMaven There are a # of features that are muted when ' RAW ' quality is used. A main reason why I'm more of a jpeg shooter.

[@ThinkingPhotography]

Marlene Hielema You nailed it in one! Many thanks, shooting in raw and jpg so will have to remedy that to use this function. Thanks so much!